Universal Primer is for clinicians who prefer an adhesive/primer that does not need to be light-cured, fearing that the indirect restoration may not fit due to adhesive layer thickness. Universal Primer does not need to be light-cured for post cementation or under crowns, onlays, inlays, etc. and can be used in direct restorative procedures, such as core build-ups and composites. Universal Primer combines ease of use with virtually no post-operative sensitivity, and it is compatible with other cementation systems.

Universal Primer is available in either a 2-bottle system or in a convenient all-in-one ACE® cartridge system and as part of the Duo-Link Universal with Universal Primer Kit.

Unique Benefits:

Both Dual-Curable and Dual-Cure compatible

Can be used with total-, self- and selective etch techniques

Clinical evaluation confirms the ease of use as a benefit, with virtually no post-operative sensitivity

Provides a seal to minimize microleakage

Clinical Significance:

No light-curing necessary when used for indirect restorations

Low film thickness (<5µm) allows the adhesive/primer to readily flow into etched surfaces and offers both chemical and mechanical sealing

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Duo-Link Universal™

Resin Luting Cement
Duo-Link Universal adhesive resin cement is specially formulated for cementation of ALL* indirect restorations. It is intended for use with adhesives designed for compatibility with all dental materials, including all BISCO adhesives.

Duo-Link Universal is compatible with all dental materials, however when coupled with BISCO’s All-Bond Universal® light-cured adhesive, Z-Prime™ Plus and Porcelain Primer is the ultimate product combination for all indirect restorations. The Duo-Link Universal Kit is a comprehensive, easy to use kit that will help simplify product selection and procedures in your office.

Select HV® Etch w/BAC

35% Phosphoric Acid Etchant with Benzalkonium Chloride
Select HV Etch is a superior 35% high viscosity phosphoric etch available with Benzalkonium Chloride (BAC). Select HV Etch is used to condition the tooth structure before bonding adhesives, composites, or sealants. Select HV Etch is specially formulated for maximum working and handling, pin-point placement performance, and eliminating run-on onto the dentin surface.

NOTE: Inclusion of BAC has not been shown to correlate with a reduction in secondary decay in patients. In-vivo clinical studies to evaluate the effects of BAC on oral bacteria or caries have not been performed.

Unique Benefits:

Rinses away cleanly and quickly leaving no residue to interfere with bonding

Blue in color for easy visualization and contrast

Microretentive surface characteristics that are necessary for successful bonding

Clinical Significance:

Contains benzalkonium chloride (BAC), an antimicrobial agent. In-vitro research shows it is effective against Streptococcus mutans1,2.

TheraCal LC®

Resin-Modified Calcium Silicate Pulp Protectant/Liner
TheraCal LC is a light-cured, resin-modified calcium silicate filled liner designed for use in direct and indirect pulp capping and as a protective liner under composites, amalgams, cements, and other base materials. It can be used as an alternative to calcium hydroxide, glass ionomer, RMGI, IRM/ZOE and other restorative materials. TheraCal LC performs as a barrier and protectant of the dental pulpal complex.

TheraCal LC’s precise placement allows its use in all deep cavity preparations. The light-cured set permits immediate placement and condensation of the restorative material. Its proprietary formulation allows for a command set with a light curing unit while maintaining ease of placement due to thixotropic properties. The proprietary hydrophilic resin formulation creates a stable and durable liner.

Moisture tolerant1 and radiopaque – can be placed under restorative materials and cements

Clinical Significance:

The proprietary formulation of TheraCal LC consists of tri-calcium silicate particles in a hydrophilic monomer that provides significant calcium release* making it a uniquely stable and durable material as a liner or base

Z-Prime™ Plus

Z-Prime Plus significantly enhances bond strengths to Zirconia, Alumina and Metal substrates more than any other surface primer on the market due to its unique combination of two active monomers, MDP, a phosphate monomer, and BPDM, a carboxylate monomer. This combination of primers gives Z-Prime Plus a synergistic effect resulting in its high bond strengths.

Porcelain Primer/Bis-Silane™

BISCO’s porcelain primers are silane coupling agents used to improve bonding between porcelain restorations and resin cements. It also protects porcelain restorations from contamination, increases mechanical and chemical bonding of resin to the porcelain, and yields greater resistance to water leakage at the bonding interface.